What is the differnce between a 220 and a 226

[Dan Batt]

Looking to upgrade and have 2008 220 and a 2010 226 I am considering.
1. What is the difference between a 220 and 226?
2. I understand the 226 is a cross over what does that really mean?\
3. Which would have the better surf wake?

[ScooterMcgavin]

The 220 is a 22ft wakeboard purpose built boat that actually does surf pretty well. The 226 is more of a crossover boat meaning they built it to wakeboard and ski. In my opinion the 226 will surf better and has the same hull as the 230. There is a member on here that makes knock off NSS plates for these boats as well.

[swatguy]

Really depends on what you’re looking to use the boat for. The hulls are completely different and the interior layout storage is apples to oranges ,

since you mentioned surf I would even take another look at the 226. It’s hard to set up , can’t hide the weight , and the cutouts and angles of the hull near the transom make a wake shaper pretty difficult. The storage in the 220 will allow you to have all the ballast hiddden , the 226 will not. Especially for surf



the 220 hill has much more of a V hull at the rear. Gives better wakeboard and surf wake.

the 226 Crossover means it skis fairly well for a bigger v drive. It was a marketing hype “ term “ back in the day for a multi sport capeable boat. Most boats labeled crossovers wet ski boats first outfitted with wakeboard accessories

[Dan Batt]

I haven ';t looked at 210s as I thought they would not provide much room or a good surf wake, but you both have 210s how is the surf wake and space for people?
I am coming off a direct drive and want the space, and a good surf wake without external ballast. So I thought the 220 was the best option.

[shag]

You are going to get a lot of differing opinions and one thing is for sure, most likely going from a direct drive - you should notice better storage in any of the above. The 220 can be finicky for wakeboarding - not sure about surfing. The 226, as stated above, was a 'crossover' , and attempted to please all - but I'm not sure it did that as I believe is was only produced 1-2 years. IMO, you might be hard pressed to find a decent surf wave with no extra ballast. If you can push it, look for a 2008-2009 230.

[Kenv]

The 226 was made for several years...not just 1-2. Also...remember...the 2010 226 is the "Newer" "smaller" 226. I had the bigger 2005 226 and the smaller streamlined 226. Really liked both boats. I would pick the 226 over the 220 if it were me.....or as Shag said.....a 230 would be better than both the 220 or 226.

[BT]

The 220 can make a really good surf wake with extra ballast and a wake shaper. My friend and I go back and forth from my 230 to his 220. The 220 wake is a little smaller, but is just as solid as my 230. Fun wave to ride!